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V989 DGT

1999 BMW R Series

Black Petrol 1130cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

43,181 mi
Last recorded43,181 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW R Series36,220 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV989 DGT
MakeBMW
ModelR Series
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,130cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2026 43,181 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2025 43,162 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2024 43,089 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2023 43,056 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 43,033 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 42,987 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 42,982 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Aug 2019 42,646 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Aug 2018 41,952 miles

Front Suspension corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Rear Wheel spoke slightly corroded (5.2.2 (d))

Pass 28 Feb 2009 41,932 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 40,992 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2008 40,978 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 16 Feb 2007 36,012 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2006 30,513 miles

How Reliable is the BMW R Series?

Based on 261,180 MOT tests across 25,486 vehicles.

91.2%
Pass Rate
1,463
Miles/Year
49
Year Lifespan
25,486
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 1,440
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 1,086
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 603
Roller brake test indicates a binding brake 553
Roller brake test indicates excessive fluctuation of brake effort 532
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V989 DGT is a 1999 BMW R Series in Black with a 1,130cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW R Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.0% with a typical mileage of 36,220 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW R Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm, accounting for 1,440 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V989 DGT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW R Series typically stays on UK roads for around 49 years. At 27 years old, this BMW R Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V989 DGT registered?

V989 DGT is a 1999 BMW R Series, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V989 DGT safe to buy?

The MOT history for V989 DGT shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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